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STEM
Spark your child's curiosity! Practice problem-solving skills with fun science, technology, engineering, and math ideas and activities.
Weather Watching With Kids
Observe how the weather feels, looks, smells, and sounds. Then try some of these fun weather activities with your family.
Al Roker’s Guide for Weather Talks with Kids
Watching “Weather Hunters” with your kids is a great way to spark conversations about how weather impacts our daily lives. Learn more about Al Roker and his vision for this new show from PBS KIDS.
Al Roker on Making Weather Education Fun for the Whole Family
Lily Hunter and her family share a love of adventure and a curiosity about weather science. Explore some ways that you and your kids can engage with weather — and each other — just like the Hunter family.
Ask Ruff Ruffman
Do your kids have questions about media and technology? Here is their chance to ask Ruff Ruffman, canine host extraordinaire and Humble Media Genius.
Why Coding Matters for Young Kids (and Why It’s Easier Than You Think)
Coding is more than just learning how to work with computers — it’s a way to build essential skills like problem-solving, creativity, and resilience. Find out how to get started.
Talk About It: Play With Patterns Anywhere
Red, red, blue... red, red, blue... red, red, blue. Patterns are all around us. Sing along with a song about patterns and then talk about where you can spot patterns in your home or neighborhood.
Talk About It: How to Build a Ramp from Sticks
With enough sticks, you can build anything! Watch this video and then talk about how Sally and Nick used the engineering design process to build a ramp for a snail.
Step It Out: Taking Small Steps to Accomplish Big Goals
Breaking a task into smaller steps can make it seem more manageable. Help your child practice sequencing and following step-by-step instructions by doing these games and activities together.
How to Watch the Solar Eclipse With Your Kids
Dr. Amy Mainzer, a NASA astronomer who is better known to kids as Dr. Amy from Ready Jet Go!, talks about helping children understand and safely experience this amazing astronomical event.
Everyday Activities for Thinking Like a Computer Scientist
Did you know your family uses computer science skills in your everyday routines? Here’s how, plus seven activities and games for you and your kids to play to boost those skills!
4 Fun Ideas for a “Peg + Cat” Family Night
Try these family night ideas to show your child how your family can have fun together while learning early math skills. Problem solved!
8 Fun Ways to Help Kids Learn Patterns
From building with blocks to learning dance moves, patterns are a big part of your child’s daily life! Here are fun ways to help children strengthen their problem-solving skills by playing with patterns.